43 years old and still working, I doubt that any digital camera cam be doing the same. Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the M5 who is a wonderful camera. I´m Leica shooter as well, but I'm a R shooter man.
The M5 is a very under appreciated camera. I've just bought a Nikkormat FTN for a fraction of the price of an FM and it's great to shoot with. Happy Holidays from the UK!
Kirk, I really loved this video. It would be wonderful to take a few photos on that m5. I think it’s just incredible that this has been yours since forever. Just amazing.
Thanks Colin. I’m getting it back in a couple of weeks. The meter stopped working so I sent it off to a trusted source to be fixed. The previous fix it shop was terrible.
@@KirkWilliamsonphotography yup I’d a similar issue getting repairs when I lived in Australia. Like go to the Netherlands or Germany now I’m back in Europe.
Yes your options there are much better. Here in the US we have four trusted sources. One is Leica in NJ. My M-P 240 went in to be cleaned and CLA’d they wanted to replace the top plate because it had some brassing. The cost was going to be over $1000 US. So no way including that. It was still around $700 US. The guy I use is a Chinese guy and his wife. They are excellent but they don’t work on electronic Leicas. So it had to go to one of the others.
@@KirkWilliamsonphotography the place in the Netherlands has worked on my Leica m4 twice and my m8.2 range finder thankfully has been going strong. I know one day it won’t end it’ll be an ornament with great memories :) then I’ll be getting your advice on the m-p 240 acquisition 🤣
Great video. Your absolutely correct about each frame can cost a lot. I shoot and develop my own, it saved a lot in quantity. I have myself down to about 30 cents a shot for a 36 exp. roll of Ektar 100 in 35mm film. I’m at about 80 cents a shot in Ektar 100 in 120 film (6x6), and about 5.00 a shot on 4x5 Ektar 100 large format. Like you say, it’s a great way to learn, it makes me think about my compositions and lighting. The issue with digital, it about 2 cents a shot or even less depending on the cost of the camera, shutter capacity and memory cards. My issue with digital, it just don’t motivate me the same, I make too many shots with digital... film forces me to slow down.
Calumet - Yes this was the whole point behind the exercise. The M5 needs to go back and get the meter straightened out as it went bonkers on me after I finished this video. When I get it back I plan on doing more.
Derek - If you do look for an M5 be careful. The shutters are not replaceable according to one tech that worked on mine. My meter needs to be fixed and I can't wait to get that done. the M6 is the best film Leica with a meter no doubt.
I have the same camera and it’s interesting to see your process and results. I’d love to see your development process as well. I grew up in New England and this video makes me miss my old home. Very nice!
Hi, I use a coolscan 4000 too and it looks like yours might need its mirror cleaned, the issues with the edges (as well as low contrast and glowy highlights) can be due to oil/dust on the mirror. It’s very easy to do and makes a big difference!
Sorry about that take a look at my latest M5 video much more about the camera. Leica M5 - IMPRESSIVE FILM CAMERA ruclips.net/video/ya-3Nn8xwyw/видео.html
This is so neat. I still have my old Pentax ME. Probably haven't used it since 1975. I agree about the discipline film photography instills on the photographer. Of course back in the day I worked part-time in a B&W lab, so the opposite was true. I took many, many shots...at no cost to me ;)
Bill pretty much the same here. I worked full time as a photojournalist at a daily paper so film and processing were free. Then in the mid 90’s we started shooting EK snd started using a Wing Lynch for processing so even better. Then switched to Fuji Press 400 and 800 so we set the WL up for C-41 also very cool and free.
Nice shots Kirk, I shot film for many years and I’m not going back to it (haha), but even with digital I still slow down, take my time to compose and take the shot. Stay safe.
Fun video! It would be fun to see you set up one of you Fujis similar to the Leica and take similar shots and show the comparisons. I think it would be fun to watch the digital shots with the same limitations as the Leica. Again, fun vid!
Kirk, I really envy you for all the great foto-opportunities you have at the ocean. Great shots you are showing! But why didn't you use your beatiful M5 for all these years? On the upside, you didn't decide to sell it and it is still with you! Thumbsup!
To be honest it was put away in a large case with all my Leica gear and I was a working full time photojournalist so not wanting to damage the gear I had it put away.
My M5 stills needs work on the meter. My brother just gave me his Leicaflex SL film camera and some nice lenses. Can't wait to get them cleaned up and ready to shoot film again.
The M5 has often been thougt of as the ugly duckling of the Leica M- line. A bit different from the M4, M4P and the M6, but a great camera in it's own way.
Enjoyed your video (as usual). I've been shooting a bit of film recently too but to be honest, I've had more fun with a modern Fuji X100v, diffusion filter and FujiXWeekly recipes. I can get 99% of the look without the limitation / frustration of always having the wrong film in my camera for the situation! Stay safe and keep the videos coming
The OG of Leica photography...I love everything about your video... very organic.
Thanks Jerry - I will be doing more once the M5 has been fixed "again"
43 years old and still working, I doubt that any digital camera cam be doing the same.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the M5 who is a wonderful camera.
I´m Leica shooter as well, but I'm a R shooter man.
I love my M5. After having the battery compartment fixed I found it has been tough to keep the battery cover on. Everything else is wonderful though.
I just bought an M6 and will shoot film after 21 years of not shooting film. Love this.
I sent my M5 off to have the meter worked on. It will be back by the end of the month. I can’t wait to get it back.
@@KirkWilliamsonphotography Awesome. I will post an unboxing video of mine here now. 👍🏼👍🏼
Love the vibe, the jazz, everything
Sometimes I have fun picking out the music.
Very good photos and a great camera! Thanks for the video! Leica M5 is awesome!
Many thanks. I have to get my meter readjusted though its not working great.
The M5 is a very under appreciated camera. I've just bought a Nikkormat FTN for a fraction of the price of an FM and it's great to shoot with. Happy Holidays from the UK!
Happy Holidays Ian! I love my M5 but have to send it out again to have the meter fixed. I can’t wait to get it back.
Love the lighthouse shot and the cascade of buoys. Great video
Many thanks! I hope to do more film work it's where I came from and I love to go back once and a while.
Yes indeed. I love to bust out my AE-1 from time to time...shooting film isn’t cheap!
Kirk, I really loved this video. It would be wonderful to take a few photos on that m5. I think it’s just incredible that this has been yours since forever. Just amazing.
Thanks Colin. I’m getting it back in a couple of weeks. The meter stopped working so I sent it off to a trusted source to be fixed. The previous fix it shop was terrible.
@@KirkWilliamsonphotography yup I’d a similar issue getting repairs when I lived in Australia. Like go to the Netherlands or Germany now I’m back in Europe.
Yes your options there are much better. Here in the US we have four trusted sources. One is Leica in NJ. My M-P 240 went in to be cleaned and CLA’d they wanted to replace the top plate because it had some brassing. The cost was going to be over $1000 US. So no way including that. It was still around $700 US. The guy I use is a Chinese guy and his wife. They are excellent but they don’t work on electronic Leicas. So it had to go to one of the others.
@@KirkWilliamsonphotography the place in the Netherlands has worked on my Leica m4 twice and my m8.2 range finder thankfully has been going strong. I know one day it won’t end it’ll be an ornament with great memories :) then I’ll be getting your advice on the m-p 240 acquisition 🤣
Great video. Your absolutely correct about each frame can cost a lot. I shoot and develop my own, it saved a lot in quantity. I have myself down to about 30 cents a shot for a 36 exp. roll of Ektar 100 in 35mm film. I’m at about 80 cents a shot in Ektar 100 in 120 film (6x6), and about 5.00 a shot on 4x5 Ektar 100 large format. Like you say, it’s a great way to learn, it makes me think about my compositions and lighting. The issue with digital, it about 2 cents a shot or even less depending on the cost of the camera, shutter capacity and memory cards. My issue with digital, it just don’t motivate me the same, I make too many shots with digital... film forces me to slow down.
Calumet - Yes this was the whole point behind the exercise. The M5 needs to go back and get the meter straightened out as it went bonkers on me after I finished this video. When I get it back I plan on doing more.
Nice video. I have been thinking about getting a M5. I have several film Leica’s, as well as digital. But seem to use my M6 the most.
Derek - If you do look for an M5 be careful. The shutters are not replaceable according to one tech that worked on mine. My meter needs to be fixed and I can't wait to get that done. the M6 is the best film Leica with a meter no doubt.
Great advice to shoot a roll of film periodically! I have shot 2 rolls of 120 and 3 rolls of 35 since May.
Don my M5 meter is still not fixed so my film shooting has slowed but I hope to get back to shooting a roll a month.
You’re the man Kirk, it’s so relaxing to watch how you work through your shots!
Thanks Bill I do my best!
M5 shooter here! 43 years since shooting a roll through yours? Amazing! Great vid. Def. subscribed.
Thanks for the sub Mac! The M5 meter is not acting well so the camera is headed out for repair again. Cant wait to get it back.
So cool one day I want to buy a m5 very underrated camera hope the prices don’t rise too much.
I got my Leica M6 last year and I couldn't be happier with it. Can be limiting if someone likes longer focal lengths but I'm fine with my 28 and 50mm
The M6 is a beautiful camera. The frame lines go to 90 and 135 so a Iittle longer.
Love it
Many thanks jjdr!
Beautiful camera, great investment Kirk..
Wonderful camera an great shots!
Many Thanks Jorg!
I have the same camera and it’s interesting to see your process and results. I’d love to see your development process as well. I grew up in New England and this video makes me miss my old home. Very nice!
Hi Jon, Straight one tank development in HC110 Dilution B for 6 1/2 min at 68 degrees. The negs were awesome.
Nice video. And a so nice camera too. I’ld love to try this M5, or get one in second camera with my M4P.
Loved the video! Very calming! Need to do more! Your voice reminds me of Bob Ross alitle bit. Keep those videos coming!
Thanks Nicole - drove by the office in Danvers today said to Janet I miss working there with three great photographers!
Hi, I use a coolscan 4000 too and it looks like yours might need its mirror cleaned, the issues with the edges (as well as low contrast and glowy highlights) can be due to oil/dust on the mirror. It’s very easy to do and makes a big difference!
Thanks Ollie! Any YT suggestions on how to clean it?
Enjoyed it. Wish you'd shown the camera more up close.
Sorry about that take a look at my latest M5 video much more about the camera. Leica M5 - IMPRESSIVE FILM CAMERA
ruclips.net/video/ya-3Nn8xwyw/видео.html
@@KirkWilliamsonphotography Luckily youtube recommended it at the end of the video, so I got my wish :-)
B&W in film is so much better than in digital. After all these years, digital still couldn't get it right.
This is so neat. I still have my old Pentax ME. Probably haven't used it since 1975. I agree about the discipline film photography instills on the photographer. Of course back in the day I worked part-time in a B&W lab, so the opposite was true. I took many, many shots...at no cost to me ;)
Bill pretty much the same here. I worked full time as a photojournalist at a daily paper so film and processing were free. Then in the mid 90’s we started shooting EK snd started using a Wing Lynch for processing so even better. Then switched to Fuji Press 400 and 800 so we set the WL up for C-41 also very cool and free.
Nice shots Kirk, I shot film for many years and I’m not going back to it (haha), but even with digital I still slow down, take my time to compose and take the shot. Stay safe.
Hi Enrique, For some it's hard to slow down shooting digital so I'm glad you do.
Nice video
Thanks Steve!
What are your thoughts on using filters for BW film? eg. yellow, orange red etc.
I actually have three Leica filters in 39mm and need to use them more. I would use the red one most because I use Acros +Red on my Fuji X-T30
Fun video! It would be fun to see you set up one of you Fujis similar to the Leica and take similar shots and show the comparisons. I think it would be fun to watch the digital shots with the same limitations as the Leica. Again, fun vid!
Kirk, I really envy you for all the great foto-opportunities you have at the ocean. Great shots you are showing! But why didn't you use your beatiful M5 for all these years? On the upside, you didn't decide to sell it and it is still with you! Thumbsup!
To be honest it was put away in a large case with all my Leica gear and I was a working full time photojournalist so not wanting to damage the gear I had it put away.
Love the M5!!! The uglier the better!
My M5 stills needs work on the meter. My brother just gave me his Leicaflex SL film camera and some nice lenses. Can't wait to get them cleaned up and ready to shoot film again.
The M5 has often been thougt of as the ugly duckling of the Leica M- line. A bit different from the M4, M4P and the M6, but a great camera in it's own way.
I used mine for a few years then when I went full time as a photojournalist I had to go with Canon SLR's. I'm glad I did not get rid of it though.
Enjoyed your video (as usual). I've been shooting a bit of film recently too but to be honest, I've had more fun with a modern Fuji X100v, diffusion filter and FujiXWeekly recipes. I can get 99% of the look without the limitation / frustration of always having the wrong film in my camera for the situation! Stay safe and keep the videos coming
Yes Matt very true. I still enjoy the process though.